New Zealand passport photo upload
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Requirement verified August 11, 2026 · Source: Department of Internal Affairs ↗
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Sources disagree on this
background colour
Sources differ on whether the background must be pure white or a plain light grey or cream that contrasts with the subject.
How we handle it: Check the official guidance before you shoot. New Zealand appears to want contrast rather than pure white, which is the opposite of the US rule.